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Curb Appeal

This DIY Project Provides the Ultimate Finishing Touch for Your Curb Appeal

This summer, show off all of the work you put into maintaining a lush lawn and fruitful garden with an easy and affordable project that really makes them pop: edging.

Home Technology

5 Signs Your Home Needs a Dehumidifier—and How to Select the Right One

If you're feeling a little sticky at home, watch for these other symptoms of high humidity. Then, take steps to remedy the situation before it snowballs into a bigger problem. The solution? Finding the right dehumidifier for your home.

Water Heaters

Want Hot Water Fast? Switch to a ManaBloc Plumbing System

Reduce your monthly utility bill and cut down on wasted water with a cutting-edge plumbing system.

Deck, Patio & Porch

How To: Make a Deck Rail Planter

Water Heaters

All You Need to Know About Indirect Water Heaters

If you're in the market for a new water heater, explore an option that could be just right for your needs.

Interior Design

This is the Worst Paint Color for Perfectionists

Nothing brings a room to life quite like it—but getting a professional-looking finish on a wall painted in this color can be tricky.

Kitchen Design

Before & After: A Breakfast Nook Goes from Dated and Drab to Modern and Cozy

This DIYer turned open shelves and an empty corner into a sunny and modern farmhouse-style breakfast nook and storage area.

Storage

Before & After: An Unused Storage Space Becomes a Secret Playroom Hideout

Insulation, shiplap, and a couple of key design elements give an 8 by 10 foot storage space a second life as a kid’s hideaway play area.

Siding

How Long Does Exterior Siding Last?

If your exterior siding isn't looking or performing as well as it used to, maybe it's time for replacement. Start weighing your options by learning the pros and cons of today's most popular siding materials.

Painting & Finishing

Paints, Stains, and More: Choosing the Right Wood Finish for Any Project

There are many options to consider when choosing paints and finishes.

Interior Design

All You Need to Know About Crown Molding

Hoping to transform a room with trim? Get the lowdown on this elegant upgrade!

Paints & Finishes

Is Stripping Paint Really Necessary?

Tubs & Showers

If You’re a Bath Person, This Simple Tub Hack Will Make Your Hot Soaks So Much Better

When the time comes to switch out an old bathtub, insulate underneath the new one to boost its heat-retaining properties.

Curb Appeal

12 Clever Carport Ideas That Go Above and Beyond Extra Parking Space

A carport is a cost-friendly and easier-to-install alternative to a new garage. Turn your carport into a stylish home addition with one of these creative carport ideas.

Gardening

7 Things to Know When Growing a Wildflower Garden

A wildflower garden is pretty but may require a bit more work to get started than you’d expect.

DIY

Before & After: An Old Home Bar Gets a Budget Mudroom Makeover

When a family of 5 needed more space for their belongings, they transformed a neglected wood-paneled bar room into a bright and modern spot that welcomes visitors.

Building & Installing

10 Remodeling Mistakes That Will Reduce Your Home’s Marketability

Homeowners hoping to remodel their way to their dream house need to choose their projects wisely. Otherwise, they may find that their amazing renovations have made their home harder to sell when it comes time to move.

HVAC

I Installed the New Ecobee Smart Thermostat in My Old House—Here’s What Happened

My only regret is that I didn’t do this simple upgrade sooner.

Repair & Maintenance

Done With Winter? 12 Things You Can Do Now to Prep for Spring

Don’t wait until spring has actually sprung to get ready for the change of seasons. As milder weather approaches and you await the return to outdoor living, there’s more to do around your home—both indoors and out—than just spring cleaning. Here are 12 tasks to tackle now to make springtime safer, easier, and more enjoyable.

Bedrooms

21 Ways to Make a Small Bedroom Big

Do you covet a larger master bedroom, kids' room, or guest room but are stuck with a small space that won't stretch to fit? Use these 21 DIY bedroom ideas to turn your pint-size bedrooms into palatial quarters with panache.